Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement Strategist 2701 E 170th St, Lansing, IL 60438 $63,170 - $96,222 a year Apply with Indeed Build what better looks like At Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA), our customers expect precision, reliability, and speed.

Your mission:

architect processes that deliver all three. If you're energized by Kaizen, 5S, and data-driven problem solving, this challenge is for you. Your impact From the first Gemba walk to the final control plan, you'll be the catalyst for continuous improvement: Lead our enterprise 5S program—embed standards, coach teams, and sustain gains. Orchestrate cross-functional projects to analyze sequences of operations and reconfigure workflows. Execute deep dives on cost control/reduction, inventory management, and production record systems; translate findings into operating method revisions. Facilitate Kaizen events that drive measurable improvements across business areas. Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies on multiple initiatives to resolve root causes and build new capabilities. Own monthly customer scorecard reviews and deploy targeted actions. Elevate quality-system performance through trend analysis and corrective action in change control, customer feedback/complaints, investigations, deviations, and on-time delivery. Bring in proven practices from Nippon group companies and relevant industry standards. Document before/after states; maintain accurate, current logs for all CI work—active and closed. What you need to succeed

Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 10 years of applicable experience in manufacturing. Practical knowledge of IATF 16949 and/or

ISO 9001.

Evidence of successful project management and cross-department process change. Organized planner who adapts quickly in dynamic environments. Proven leader with strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities. Self-starter; thrives with minimal supervision.

Plus:

Lean/CI/Six Sigma training or certification; SAP experience. Rewards that recognize your impact Monthly hourly attendance bonuses, merit increases, and an annual bonus incentive plan. 11 paid holidays each year, plus paid time off. Comprehensive health and welfare plan options. 401(k) featuring an exceptional company match. Employee recognition programs and tuition reimbursement. A people-first culture—join the NPAA family and enjoy appreciation events throughout the year. Equal Employment Opportunity Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.